Roadside Rescue Mechanic

Rac; Hawkshaw; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading roadside assistance provider in the UK is seeking a Roadside Technician to join their team. This role offers a strong base salary of £35,000, with an OTE of £60,000 and bonuses available. The technician will provide expert roadside repairs and support, requiring a Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance. The position allows for flexible working hours with no CV required for application. A fantastic opportunity for growth and great benefits are included.

Benefits

Share in our success – colleague share scheme

Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays

Pension & life cover

Wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts through Orange Savings portal

Qualifications

• Proven technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.
• Customer-focused with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert mechanical roadside repair and vehicle diagnostics.
• Provide emergency breakdown support across the UK.
• Solve issues including flat batteries and tyre changes.

Skills

Technical experience in vehicle maintenance

Electrical and diagnostic skills

Customer-focused approach

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification or equivalent

Job description

Join the RAC as a Roadside Technician

Join the team that keeps the UK moving. As a Roadside Technician, you’ll receive:

• A market-competitive base salary of £35,000 and a realistic OTE of £60,000, with top‑performers earning significantly more through bonuses and enhanced overtime rates.
• Start and finish on your driveway. Demand‑led shifts averaging 40 hours per week, with optional overtime available.

Locations in the North West

Blackburn, Liverpool, Warrington, Sheffield.

What you’ll need

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent), with proven technical, electrical and diagnostic experience.
• A customer‑focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

As a Roadside Technician within our Patrol division, you’ll deliver expert mechanical roadside repair, vehicle diagnostics and emergency breakdown support across the UK. Whether it’s a flat battery, tyre change or complex fault‑finding, you’ll provide quick, confident solutions and reassurance when our members need it most.

Benefits

• Strong base pay – £35,000 with realistic OTE of £60,000.
• Share in our success – Join our colleague share scheme.
• Free RAC Ultimate breakdown cover – From your very first day.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme – Includes electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
• Pension & life cover – Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions and life cover up to 4× your salary (10× with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 confidential helpline for you and your family.
• Exclusive discounts – Save on tools, tech, holidays and more through our Orange Savings portal.

No CV required

No CV required when you apply – it’s easier than ever to start your journey with us.

Why RAC?

For more than 128 years, we’ve been keeping drivers moving. We welcome people from every background, value every voice and back your growth every step of the way.